Lead Electrical Engineer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; Sur place; GBP 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Tools, PPE and Training Provided

Bi-weekly Pay

Résumé du poste

Nottingham City Council's Enviroenergy service is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to deliver electrical, energy, and infrastructure projects across the district heating network and wider client portfolio.

The role covers installation, commissioning, maintenance of prepayment metering systems across ~5,000 domestic properties, and leadership of a small team to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• AM2 Qualification.
• City & Guilds 2391 Electrical Inspection & Testing.
• Ability to test, inspect and certify electrical works.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety regulations and industry standards.

Responsabilités

• Lead installation, maintenance, and commissioning of electrical and metering systems.
• Supervise up to 5 operatives, contractors, or agency staff.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work.
• Lead small projects from planning through to completion.

Connaissances

NVQ Level 3

18th Edition

AM2 Qualification

2391 Electrical Testing

Driving Licence

Formation

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Description du poste

Job Description

Lead Electrical Engineer – 12 Month Contract

Location: Nottingham City Council – Enviroenergy, Nottingham

Contract: 12 Month Contract

Hours: Full Time

Travel: UK-wide travel and occasional overnight stays required

Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence Essential

About the Role

Nottingham City Council's Enviroenergy service is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of specialist electrical, energy, and infrastructure projects across the district heating network and wider client portfolio.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative decentralised energy projects, including the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and upgrade of prepayment metering systems across approximately 5,000 domestic properties within Nottingham's district heating network.

The successful candidate will lead electrical works, supervise operatives, support project delivery, and ensure compliance with industry standards while providing a high-quality service to residents and commercial customers.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the installation, maintenance, and commissioning of electrical and metering systems.

Install and maintain:

• Prepayment Metering Systems
• EE Monitor Solutions
• Heat Meters
• Associated Electrical Infrastructure

Remove and replace existing prepayment units as part of a major upgrade programme.

Carry out electrical testing and certification, including completion of Minor Works Certificates.

Undertake planned and reactive maintenance on district heating assets.

Support works associated with London Road Heat Station and district heating infrastructure.

Lead small projects from planning through to completion.

Manage resources, materials, and work programmes.

Supervise up to 5 operatives, contractors, or agency staff.

Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work.

Complete RAMS documentation where required.

Maintain comprehensive records and project documentation.

Liaise with internal teams, contractors, customers, and stakeholders.

Support service innovation and the development of new energy solutions.

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship or approved electrical qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• AM2 Qualification.
• City & Guilds 2391 Electrical Inspection & Testing.
• Ability to test, inspect, and certify electrical works.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety regulations and industry standards.
• Experience carrying out installation, maintenance, and fault-finding on electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Experience working in customer-facing environments.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-diagnosis skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Experience working within:

• District Heating Networks
• Decentralised Energy Systems
• Utilities
• Local Government

Experience managing projects and supervising teams.

Experience with metering systems and data logging solutions.

NICEIC or NAPIT-related certification experience.

Experience working on both domestic and commercial installations.

What's on Offer?

• 12 Month Contract
• Location: Nottingham
• Full UK Travel Required
• Occasional Overnight Stays
• Tools, PPE and Training Provided
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Opportunity to work on a major energy infrastructure programme.
• Join an innovative and forward-thinking energy services team.
• Involvement in cutting-edge decentralised energy and metering technology projects.

Suitable for candidates with experience as a Lead Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Approved Electrician, Electrical Supervisor, Maintenance Electrician, Energy Engineer, Building Services Electrical Engineer, or District Heating Engineer.